Dark Horse Announces Wizard World Portland 2015 Schedule

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DARK HORSE ANNOUNCES WIZARD WORLD PORTLAND 2015 SCHEDULE!

WIZARD WORLD COMIC CON 2015
DARK HORSE COMICS * BOOTH 109

Join Dark Horse Comics at Wizard World Comic Con! We’ll be at the booth handing out giveaways and offering free signings with comics creators! Come check out our comics, books, and products for sale!

Special appearance in the Dark Horse booth from our friends at Happymatic Photo Booth! Come by with your friends or in cosplay and get your picture taken as a souvenir – for FREE!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Certain restrictions may apply. All events are subject to change.

SIGNINGS

Below are featured comics and the writers and artists who will be signing them. Free comics, prints, or posters will be available at each signing while supplies last. Comics will also be available for sale (availability pending).

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23

6:00 p.m.–6:50 p.m. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, ANGEL & FAITH Christos Gage, Rebekah Isaacs

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24

10:30 a.m.–11:15 a.m. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, ANGEL & FAITH Christos Gage, Rebekah Isaacs

12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m. MASS EFFECT Jeremy Barlow

2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. LADY KILLER Joëlle Jones, Jamie S. Rich

3:45 p.m.–4:30 p.m. MISFITS OF AVALON Kel McDonald

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

12:00 p.m.–12:50 p.m. PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES Jeremy Vanhoozer (franchise creative director at PopCap Games), Paul Tobin, Ron Chan

1:00 p.m.–1:50 p.m. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, ANGEL & FAITH Christos Gage, Rebekah Isaacs

2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. BANDETTE, COLDER, PROMETHEUS, THE WITCHER Paul Tobin, Colleen Coover (Bandette)

PANELS

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23

Getting Respect: Comics Go to College with Dark Horse’s Diana Schutz, Too Much Coffee Man’s Shannon Wheeler, PSU’s Susan Kirtley, and PSU’s Jon Holt

Room: C120
Time: 6:30 p.m.–7:15 p.m.
Comics and graphic novels have come into their own as subjects worthy of—indeed, demanding—attention from academia. Historians and cultural theorists teach courses, hold conferences, and publish books on various aspects of sequential art, and colleges and universities teach courses in comics as literature and social history as well as how to make them. Here to give an overview of various ideas about and approaches to comics studies are a cross section of comics scholars and teachers, including Diana Schutz (longtime Dark Horse executive editor and instructor at Portland Community College), Shannon Wheeler (creator of Too Much Coffee Man and instructor at Portland State College of the Arts), Susan Kirtley (director of rhetoric and composition at Portland State University; author of Lynda Barry: Girlhood through the Looking Glass), and Jon Holt (assistant professor of Japanese literature and manga at Portland State University). The panel is moderated by Danny Fingeroth (Superman on the Couch, Disguised as Clark Kent).

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24

Buffy Birthday Party!

Room: C120
Time: 1:30 p.m.–2:15 p.m.
Dark Horse Comics is hosting a party celebrating Buffy Summers’s birthday (just a bit belatedly—her birthday is January 19)! At this special panel, there will be Buffy trivia, Buffy “Hush” Pictionary, and more—fun times with PRIZES! Plus, find out what it’s like to continue the Whedonverse in comics with Dark Horse editor Sierra Hahn, writer Christos Gage, and artist Rebekah Isaacs! Happy birthday, Buffy!

Dark Horse Manga: An Afternoon with Carl Horn
Room: C123
Time: 2:30 p.m.–3:15 p.m.
Dark Horse’s history with Japanese comics can be traced back to the company’s earliest years, with a legacy that includes such legendary series as Oh My Goddess!, Lone Wolf and Cub, Berserk, and many more! Today the publisher continues to print some of the industry’s best-selling titles, including Neon Genesis Evangelion, Oreimo: Kuroneko, Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt, Satoshi Kon’s Opus, Unofficial Hatsune Mix (as seen on David Letterman), and the works of the creative powerhouse CLAMP. Join Dark Horse’s resident manga guru and editor extraordinaire, Carl Horn, for a look at the past, present, and future of manga at Dark Horse!

Dark Horse Builds Characters
Room: C120
Time: 4:30 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
Dark Horse Comics kicks off 2015 at Wizard World, right here in Portland! Join Dark Horse president and publisher Mike Richardson, editor in chief Scott Allie, publicist Aub Driver, and special guests for a sneak peek at some of the year’s most newsworthy comics and programs, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Archie vs. Predator, The Strain, and more!

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

Plants vs. Zombies!
Room: C120
Time: 1:30 p.m.–2:15 p.m.

Ready your PEASHOOTERS! Dark Horse Comics brought you the official Plants vs. Zombies comic series as well as The Art of Plants vs. Zombies, released in a partnership with PopCap Games, creators of the smash-hit video game. Now meet some of the people behind these hilarious, all-ages, action-filled zombie romps—Jeremy Vanhoozer, creative director of Plants vs. Zombies at PopCap; Paul Tobin, PVZ writer; PVZ artist Ron Chan; and Dark Horse PVZ editor Philip Simon!

George Takei Added to Star Trek Reunion at the April 2015 Great Philadelphia Comic Con

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Delaware Valley, PA –

GEORGE TAKEI BEAMS IN TO THE GREAT PHILADELPHIA COMIC CON: STAR TREK REUNION PLANNED FOR APRIL 3-5th SHOW!

George Takei, known internationally to fans as Star Trek helmsman Hikaru Sulu and as a Pop Cultural Icon; joins his fellow former crewmembers Nichelle Nichols and Walter Koenig in making a rare group appearance in the Philadelphia area at the inaugural Great Philadelphia Comic Con.

George Takei is a social media sovereign and civil rights advocate on his first trip to the Philadelphia area in years. Best known as Hikaru Sulu from the original Star Trek television series and later movies of the same franchise has more than 8 million Facebook followers and growing. He is not only the voice of the Howard Stern show, but also an equality rights movement leader as he continues to fight for equal rights for all in America.

Nichelle Nichols, a real-life space advocate. Known to fans as Lt. Uhura in the original Star Trek series, has lead an extraordinary life. As Uhura, Nichelle became a role model for African-American women and helped pave the way towards breaking down racial barriers. So important was this role, that no less a person than Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr himself encouraged her to stay on the show when she considered leaving for a career on the stage.

Walter Koenig, is known as Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series and later Alfred Bester on the series Babylon 5. Rumor has it that his resemblance to musician Davy Jones (of Monkees fame) guaranteed him the role with Star Trek producers hoping his good looks would appeal to younger audience and attract more viewers.

Other special events occurring at the show include the largest Mighty Morphin’ Power Ranger actor reunion in the Northeastern United States. Popular comic book artists such as the Legendary Jim Steranko, Mark Morales, JK Woodward, Mark McKenna and Ande Parks to name a few will also be in attendance. In addition, multiple actors from popular shows such as Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Angel, Arrow, The Walking Dead, Agents of Shield, and more to be announced!

Making a fun debut will be an exclusive trading card set, to be collected during the show. The cards will be available at various tables throughout the showroom, highlighting guests appearing at the show from Artists to Celebrities, and fans will be encouraged to collect the set throughout the weekend.  As always we encourage families to bring their children, who have free admission (12 and under) and all participants in the Children’s Cosplay event are guaranteed a prize!

Details on the Show – April 3-5th, 2015: Location:

The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

100 Station Ave. Oaks PA

Hours:

Friday 4PM -9PM Saturday 10AM-7PM Sunday 10AM – 5PM

Admission Cost:

3-Day Weekend Passes are: $40.00 before February 9, 2015. February 9, 2015 passes will be $49.95 online and

$55 at the door.

VIP and Special Access Passes are available, as well as single day admissions, please visit our website for cost and details.

FREE for children 10 years-old and under accompanied with an adult; 20% discount to all who arrive in costume! There will also be costume contests for all ages, with judges to be announced soon!

For additional information (or for interview requests, sample images, etc), contact Showrunner Christopher Wertz or visit  http://www.philadelphiacomiccon.com/.

About The Great Philadelphia Comic Con! – The Largest Independent Pop-Culture Comic Convention in North-East Pennsylvania comes to the Philadelphia Area!  Great Conventions LLC is dedicated to producing celebrations of comics and popular culture by providing unique access to talented artists and a family-friendly experience for fans. Founded in 2010 with The Great Allentown Comic Con (GACC) we are pleased to bring our unique brand of show to fans. Our show motto “Get UR Geek On!” represents in

part the recognition of the diverse and unique nature of our fans, and events where they can come express themselves – be they fans of Comics, Movies, TV, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay or more.

Wizard World Acquires Pittsburgh Comicon

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Wizard World Comic Con Pittsburgh Added To Largest Pop Culture Convention Schedule, September 11-13, 2015

Company Acquires Event at David L. Lawrence Convention Center from Founder Renee George; 25 Shows Now On 2015 Calendar

PITTSBURGH, January 20, 2015 – Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) today announced the addition of Wizard World Comic Con Pittsburgh to its 2015 schedule, bringing the current number of events during the year to 25. Wizard World acquired the event, set for September 11-13 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, an SMG managed facility, from founder and longtime owner Renee George.

Celebrity and comics creator guests and other details about the event will be announced in the coming weeks.

“We are excited to have acquired the long-standing and popular Pittsburgh Comicon from Renee,” said John Macaluso, Wizard World CEO. “We are excited to inject the Wizard World flavor in the Pittsburgh market, a city we’ve been wanting to expand to for many years. We are looking forward to seeing all our fans in September!”

“I am pleased that Wizard World will be able to continue the two-decade tradition of our show,” said George. “It’s a great opportunity for all of our loyal attendees in the area to take part in an even bigger event with more of what they have enjoyed for many years.”

“You will see the Pittsburgh Comicon Staff at the David Lawrence Center bringing our family friendly atmosphere to downtown Pittsburgh,” added George. “Our family and friends will continue to run the charity events, including Charity Quick Sketch & the Make-A-Wish Auction. All current contracts between the Pittsburgh Comicon & exhibitors or artists will be honored at this show. The Pittsburgh fans have been asking for bigger and better media guests and Wizard World will be able to provide that for them.”

With the addition of Wizard World Comic Con Pittsburgh, the largest-ever schedule of pop culture conventions will include at least 11 new events in 10 new venues. Longstanding events in Philadelphia and Chicago are among the 14 returning shows from last year.

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Comic Con Pittsburgh show hours are Friday, Sept. 11, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 13, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wizard World Comic Con Pittsburgh is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor.

For more on the 2015 Wizard World Comic Con Pittsburgh, visit http://wizd.me/PittsburghPR.

About Wizard World

Wizard World (OTCBB: WIZD) produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, television, cosplay, comics, graphic novels, toys, video gaming, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A’s, the Wizard World Film Festival, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard World also produces socialcon featuring social media stars and will be launching ConTV, a digital media channel in partnership with leading independent content distributor Cinedigm™ (NASDAQ: CIDM).

Wizard World 2015 schedule available at: http://wizd.me/PRSchedule2015.

Long Beach Comic Expo and Con Announce Partnership with GeekFest Film Fests

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LONG BEACH COMIC EXPO & LONG BEACH COMIC CON ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP WITH GEEKFEST FILM FESTS

LBCE ADDS MORE GUESTS FOR 2015

January 14, 2015, Long Beach CA) Long Beach Comic Expo and Long Beach Comic Con will partner with GeekFest Film Fests in 2015 to become the exclusive Los Angeles area venue to host the full slate of programming for the world’s 1st traveling film fest of “geek” films. The partnership will begin at next year’s Long Beach Comics Expo, which will be held February 28, 2015 & March 1, 2015 at Long Beach Convention Center.

“We’re excited to bring the full slate of GeekFest Film Fest films exclusively to the Los Angeles area at Long Beach Comic Expo and Con,” said Bill Ostroff,  GeekFest Film Fests creator. “We’ve personally seen amazing growth in the con and its commitment to indie artists of all types. These shows have a great venue, room for growth and a forward thinking vision. We can’t wait to celebrate these indie geek genre films with this passionate audience.”

The GeekFest Film Fest at LBCE will culminate in a ‘best of’ screening voted by the audiences, followed by an award ceremony and a cash award of over $2,500 for the top film. GeekFest will be also exhibit on the convention floor, where fans can meet directors, actors, producers and chat with filmmakers one-on-one, pick up swag, and get info on upcoming GeekFest events around the country.

GeekFest Film Fests at Long Beach Comic Expo will include:

• The award-winning feature film Post Human Project

• The award-winning gaming documentary Good Game

• The short films Valiant starring Camden Toy, The Visitant starring Doug Jones and Amy Smart, and the multi-award-winning short film, Far

• Fan films like Star Wars: The Holo Experience, Red Shirts and Kirk vs Picard

• Horror films Carolina Parakeet, Deal Travis In and Vivienne Again

• Web series Progress the Series, Timekeeper and Caper Series, Executive Produced produced by Felicia Day

“We look forward to hosting GeekFest Film Fests at Long Beach in the coming years,” said Martha Donato, Executive Director of Long Beach Comic Con & Expo. “The diverse slate of genre films is a great fit for our fans.”

In addition to GeekFest Film Fest, Long Beach Comic Expo will host creator spotlights, an array of cosplay panels, #makecomics programming and more.  Announced guests for the Expo include writers Chris Claremont (UNCANNY X-MEN), Ken Kristiansen (THE UGLIEST KID ON EARTH), Bob Layton (IRON MAN), Brian Wood (THE MASSIVE; DMZ), novelist Cecil Castellucci (TIN STAR), artist Gary Brown (THE MASSIVE), Bernard Chang (GREEN LANTERN), Terry Dodson & Rachel Dodson (HARLEY QUINN), and JonBoy Meyers (SPAWN) animation writer and producer Greg Weisman (STAR WARS REBELS; YOUNG JUSTICE) and Cosplay favorites LeeAnna Vamp and Nicole Marie Jean.

Follow Long Beach Comic Expo on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and information

You can join GeekFest on Facebook and Twitter and visit their website GeekFest Film Fests

Facebook.com/GeekFestLA and on Twitter.com/rugeekie

 

About GeekFest Film Fests

GeekFest Film Fests is the world’s 1st traveling film fest, exhibiting the best geek content in indie science fiction, fantasy, action, horror, pop culture, gaming, fan films and more. Categories include features, shorts, web series, fan films, fan created trailers, parody music videos and more screening the best to audiences around the United States at pop culture conventions.

About Long Beach Comic Expo

Long Beach Comic Expo is an annual event held at the Long Beach Convention Center that celebrates comic books and pop culture and showcases the exceptional works of talented writers, artists, illustrators and creators of all types of pop culture. At Long Beach Comic Expo, you’ll find exhibitors promoting and selling all types of related products, as well as entertaining and educational programs for all ages, guest signings and meet & greet sessions with celebrities. Long Beach Comic Expo is a MAD Event Management, LLC production. To learn more and purchase tickets, please visit www.longbeachcomicexpo.com.

James O’Barr, Creator Of The Crow, To Attend Steel City Con in April 2015

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James O’Barr, Creator Of The Crow, To Attend Steel City Con!

The Steel City Con is proud to announce this very special and rare appearance of James O’Barr.

James is American graphic artist, best known as the creator of the comic book series THE CROW. The Crow was eventually adapted to the very popular and iconic film. James recently acknowledged that he is helping write the script for the new reboot of The Crow, along with screenwriter Cliff Dorfman..

James O’Barr will be available for signings and photo ops the weekend of the show. Don’t miss this rare opportunity. Please go to http://www.steelcitycon.com for all the details.

Power Rangers Reunion Planned for Inaugural Great Philadelphia Comic Con in 2015

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IT’S MORPHIN’ TIME AT THE GREAT PHILADELPHIA COMIC CON: POWER RANGER REUNION PLANNED FOR APRIL 3-5TH SHOW!

Austin St. John, first leader of the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers; Walter Jones, the first Black Ranger; David Yost, the First Blue Ranger, David Fielding, aka Zordon – founder of the Rangers, Kerrigan Mahan and Barbara Goodson – villains Gordon and Rita Repulsa respectively, will be making their first group show appearance in Pennsylvania at the inaugural Great Philadelphia Comic Con.

JANUARY 13,2015, DELAWARE VALLEY, PA- The Great Philadelphia Comic Con (GPCC) arrives on April 3-5th, 2015. The GPCC is the largest independent comic & pop culture convention in eastern Pennsylvania and is being hosted by the same organization which has run The Great Allentown Comic Con for the past 5 years to much fan enjoyment.

The show welcomes Austin St. John (Jason Lee Scott on the popular Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series). He starred in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers for 79 episodes from 1993-94, ending with the episode “Opposites Attract” (though Jason continued to be featured via body doubles, voice doubles, and stock footage before being written off in “The Power Transfer”). However, since that time he has spent his time as an EMT both in Afghanistan and in Washington, DC. After a multi year absence from the convention circuit Austin is f1nally attending conventions and meeting with Power Rangers fans; He has literally gone from TV superhero to real world hero.

Fellow Power Ranger alumni joining him will include:

Walter Jones (Zack Taylor on the popular Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series) who starred in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers for 82 episodes from 1993-94,ending with the episode “Zedd’s Monster Mash”. Since that time he has had success as a world champion salsa dancer,and represented the United States in the 1992 Olympic Closing Ceremonies.

David Yost (Billy Cranston on the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series) who completed over 200 episodes of the series and starred in the feature film Power Rangers: the Movie will be joining as well.

Karan Ashley (Aisha Campbell, the second Yellow Ranger in Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series) replacing the late ThuyTrang (Trini Kwan). Staying on for two years, Ashley left the show in 1996.

David J. Fielding (Zordon,the founding creator in Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series) A writer and an actor, he originated the role of Zordon on the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers television series, with his pre-f1lmed scenes being used for some years.

Barbara Goodson (Rita Repulsa,the primary villainess in Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series and films) In addition to her iconic role as the main villain Barbara is best known mostly for her versatility in voicing original and dubbed cartoons, with over 100 anime or cartoon characters to her credit.

Kerrigan Mahan (Goldar, the primary henchman under the command of Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd in Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series) His most famous and sustaining role to date was the ever popular and fearsome, original evil space alien, Goldar, however he was also one of the pioneers of the resurgence of anime in the mid-80s,voicing numerous key roles in popular films and shows at the time.

Other talents highly regarded in the Pop Culture realm making an appearance include popular comic book artists such as Mark Morales, JK Woodward, Mark McKenna and Ande Parks to name a few. In addition, multiple actors from popular shows such as Buffy The Vampire Slayer,Angel, Arrow,The Walking Dead, Agents of Shield,Star Trek, and more to be announced!

Making a fun debut will be an exclusive trading card set,to be collected during the show. The cards will be available at various tables throughout the showroom, highlighting guests appearing at the show from Artists to Celebrities, and fans will be encouraged to collect the set throughout the weekend. As always we encourage families to bring their children,who have free admission (12 and under) and all participants in the Children’s Cosplay event are guaranteed a prize!

The Great Philadelphia Comic Con! thanks Galactic Productions LLC for the assistance in providing all the Power Ranger related Guests appearing at the show.

Details on the Show- April 3-5th,2015:

Location:
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
100 Station Ave. Oaks PA

Hours:
Friday 4PM -9PM Saturday 1OAM-7PM Sunday 1OAM- 5PM

Admission Cost:
3-Day Weekend Passes are: $40.00 before February 9,2015. February 9, 2015 passes will be $49.95 online and $55 at the door. VIP and Special Access Passes are available, as well as single day admissions, please visit our website for cost and details.

FREE for children 12 years-old and under accompanied with an adult; 20% discount to all who arrive in costume! There will also be costume contests for all ages, with judges to be announced soon!

For additional information (or for interview requests,sample images, etc), contact Showrunner Christopher Wertz or visit www.philadelphiacomiccon.com.

About The Great Philadelphia Comic Con!- The Largest Independent Pop-Culture Comic Convention in North-East Pennsylvania comes to the Philadelphia Areal Great Conventions LLC is dedicated to producing celebrations of comics and popular culture by providing unique access to talented artists and a family-friendly experience for fans. Founded in 2010 with The Great Allentown Comic Con (GACC) we are pleased to bring our unique brand of show to fans. Our show motto “Get UR Geek On!” represents in part the recognition of the diverse and unique nature of our fans, and events where they can come express themselves -be they fans of Comics, Movies, TY, Anime,Gaming, Cosplay or more.

Nittany Con 3 (March 2015)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Pennsylvania
• Date: Sunday, March 29th 2015
• City: Comic Book Convention in Milesburg
• Event: Nittany-Con
• Address: Quality Inn Milesburg
• Country: United States
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Nittany Con 3 debuts on SUNDAY, March 29th, 2015, at the Quality Inn on Rt. 150 N. in Milesburg, PA (Exit 158 off Rt. 80), 10 am to 4 pm!

   *LOW Admission Price for Adults and Teens means YOU have MORE to SPEND in the climate-controlled Dealers’ Room on TENS of THOUSANDS of COMICS (Golden Age to Present), Toys, Action Figures, DVDs, Novelties and other Comics Collectibles!

  *Free, Free, FREE!: FREE Admission for Kids 12-and-Under! FREE Parking for Con attendees in the hotel parking lot! FREE Comics for the First 100 patrons through the door! FREE Comics’ Education via the College of Comic-book Knowledge..!

   *Great DOOR PRIZES: Nittany Con $howca$h (use these faux banknotes like REAL cash anywhere in the Dealers’ Room), Mystery Give-Away Box (over $100 value inside)…plus Other Surprises all day long!

   *Special EVENTS: our popular Cosplay Costume Conrest returns (prizes for the winners!)…along with our Annual Charity Auction (for a Worthy-Cause-to-be-Announced)! Be sure to check the Nittany Con Facebook Page for weekly updates…!

   *Guest CREATORS in attendance! The Keystone State’s most exciting cutting-edge  Comic Art Talents will be out in force: greeting fans, signing autographs, selling original art, sketches, and special publications!  E-mail us for the latest updates…or look for our postings on ConventionScene.com or the Nittany Con Facebook Page. The Guest List is always finalized one week before the show!  Look for announcements from now until…showtime!

   *Easy ACCESS: via Rt. 150 (the Benner Pike, north-south) and Rt. 80 (from east, take Exit 158, go to bottom of ramp, make left at stop-sign, hotel on right, after Subway and McDonald’s. From west, take Exit 158, follow signs for Rt. 150 North, pass same restaurants, hotel on right.)  Con hotel is just 15 miles and 20 minutes from State College, home of Penn State University.

  *NITTANY CON is a co-production of Surf Pirates Productions (17 years of producing comic conventions) and Way Cool Comics of Huntingdon, PA. Comics Celebrity Appearances subject to Guest Availability. NITTANY CON is TM and (C) 2015 by Surf Pirates Productions (All Rights Reserved).

We’ve saved the BEST for the LAST Sunday in March!  Be There…or Be SQUARE!

ReedPop and Emerald City Comicon Announce Partnership

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ReedPOP And Emerald City Comicon Join Forces To Produce The ‘Premier Comic Book And Pop Culture Convention In The Pacific Northwest’

Emerald City Comicon Joins the ReedPOP Family as ReedPOP Continues Rapid Growth as #1 Producer of Comic Conventions Across the Globe

NORWALK, CT — January 13, 2015 – ReedPOP, the world’s largest producer of pop culture events, is adding another show to its portfolio with the Emerald City Comicon (ECCC). Today, the company announces that the ‘premiere comic book and pop culture convention in the Pacific Northwest’ has joined its family of leading experiential fan events. The partnership will take effect for the eagerly anticipated 2015 event taking place March 27-29 in downtown Seattle, Washington.

ECCC, known for being a fan-oriented and comics-focused show, was founded in 2003 by local comics retailer Jim Demonakos and opened to 2,500 fans its first year. Since then, attendance has grown steadily reaching a record 70,000 in 2014 and an expected 80,000 in 2015, with 3-Day already sold out! With new comic and celebrity guests each year, ECCC stands out in the industry as providing a unique experience with heart for fans of all ages. Additionally, ECCC has created a charity art book each year since 2009 – Monsters & Dames – that has raised over $75,000 for Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Demonakos had this to say about the partnership, “We are huge fans of what ReedPOP is doing across the globe in this pop culture space and the ECCC team is excited to have them help us elevate the fan experience at our event. We are also very much looking forward to bringing the ECCC brand of fan-focused events to help ReedPOP amplify their conventions even further.”

Since ReedPOP’s first event in 2006, the sold-out New York Comic Con, the group has sought to produce exceptional experiences for passionate audiences and grow the industries surrounding these passions, and this philosophy has led to burgeoning attendance, the support of major creators and publishers and partnerships with leading entertainment brands including Lucasfilm (Star Wars Celebration), UFC (UFC Fan Expo) and Penny Arcade (PAX).

In recent years, ReedPOP has turned its attention internationally, recognizing pop culture audiences emerging throughout the world, where it has produced once-in-a-lifetime experiences for these new fans and connected exhibitors to these hungry, unexplored markets. ReedPOP’s previous global events have been set in London, Germany and Singapore, and the company planted its biggest global flag to date last year in Australia, creating an Australian team to launch PAX Australia and partner with the Oz Comic-Con series of events. ReedPOP’s efforts in India were recently announced through a partnership with Comic Con India — with events in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. The company also added Paris Comic Con into its fold as announced at New York Comic Con.

“The addition of ECCC to the ReedPOP family is a huge win and we couldn’t be more excited to see how we can make each other better,” said Lance Fensterman, ReedPOP’s Global Senior Vice President. “The ECCC team is tremendous and have put together an amazing show. I know there are things we can introduce to the mix and look even more forward to what the ECCC team can bring to all our events around the globe.”

For more information on this year’s Emerald City Comicon please visit www.emeraldcitycomicon.com.

About ReedPOP:

ReedPOP is a boutique group within Reed Exhibitions exclusively devoted to organising events, launching and acquiring new shows, and partnering with premium brands in the pop culture world. ReedPOP is dedicated to celebrations of popular culture throughout the globe that transcend ordinary events by providing unique access and dynamic personal experiences. The ReedPOP portfolio includes: New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) Prime, East, South and Australia, Oz Comic-Con, Comic Con India, Paris Comic Con, Star Wars Celebration and UFC Fan Expo. The staff at ReedPOP is a fan-based group of professionals uniquely qualified to serve those with whom they share a common passion. ReedPOP is focused on bringing its expertise and knowledge to world communities in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, India and Australia.  (www.reedpop.com)

ABOUT ECCC:

Built on a fan-first mentality, Emerald City Comicon (ECCC) has established itself as one of North America’s largest and most respected shows of its kind. Since 2003, ECCC has continued to cement its reputation in both national and international circles in the industry as the show to be at to kick off the convention season.

Philadelphia Comic-Con Returns in January 2015 with Darren Auck and Paris Cullins

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It is the return of the Philadelphia Comic-Con on Sunday January 18th. This comic book convention is held at the Clarion Hotel (formerly the Ramada) located at 76 Industrial Highway (Route 291) in Essington, PA 19029. The hotel is conveniently located off of exit 9A from I-95. It is also close to I-76,I-476 and most bridges from New Jersey. Show hours are 10 AM to 4 PM. Admission is only $3 per person. Students of any age (including college) are admitted free with a current id. Parking is also free on premises. For those of you that do not drive Septa Bus Route 37 stops directly in front of the hotel.

It is quite a site to behold with 60+ tables at the show in the 4,500 square foot ballroom of the hotel. Dealers from 5 states setup there selling, buying and even trading with collectors. Thousands and thousands of comic books from the 1940’s to present day will be for sale at the show. Also available will be collecting supplies, graphic novels, action figures, statues, non-sportcards, dvd’s and original artwork. The show has become a fan favorite for years with people travelling up to 3 hours one way just to shop at the show.

Special guest artists this show are DC and Marvel Comics artists Darren Auck and Paris Cullins. Also setup will be web comic creator Bob Gerkin. Darren is also an instructor at the Joe Kubert School for Comic Art. Darren will be available all day for sketches and to also give advice to potential artists looking for a review of their work. Paris is now working on “WWE Superstars” written by ex-wrestler and fan favorite Mick Foley. Paris will be available all during show hours too for sketches and signatures.

Any questions about the convention can be sent to derekwoywood@gmail.com or we can be reached by phone at 856-217-5737. Fans can also check us out on the web at www.philadelphiacomic-con.com. Or on facebook.com/PhiladelphiaComicCon.

Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show (2015 and 2016 Schedule)

Event Details:

• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, January 4th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, February 1st 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, March 1st 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, April 5th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, May 3rd 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, June 7th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, July 5th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, August 2nd 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, September 6th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, October 4th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, November 1st 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, December 6th 2015
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, January 3rd 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, February 7th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, March 6th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, April 3rd 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, May 1st 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, June 5th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, July 3rd 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, August 7th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, September 4th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, October 2nd 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, November 6th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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• Category: Collectibles Convention
• Location: New Jersey
• Date: Sunday, December 4th 2016
• City: Collectibles Convention in Wayne
• Event: Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show
• Address: Wayne Fire Dept. Community Co. #1, 97 Parish Drive
• Country: United States
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Convention	Wayne NJ Toy, Comic & Collectibles Show
Convention Website Address	http://www.waynenjtoyandcollectiblesshow.com
Start Date	2015 Schedule – 1/4, 2/1, 3/1, 4/5, 5/3, 6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6 2016 Schedule – 1/3, 2/7, 3/6, 4/3, 5/1, 6/5, 7/3, 8/7, 9/4, 10/2, 11/6, 12/4
About This Convention:	Wayne, New Jersey – Wayne NJ Toy, Comic and Collectibles Show – Held at Company #1 Firehouse, 97 Parish Dr, Wayne NJ 07470, Take Rte 23 North or South, in Wayne NJ, to the Lincoln Park Exit and follow the Red & Yellow Toy Show signs to Parish Drive and Firehouse. Winter months visit the huge flea market across the bridge at the PAL building. We (The Firehouse Show) feature all types of Vintage and Current hard to find Items such as, Toys, Comics, Movie Memorabilia, Sports, Non-Sports, Advertising, Action Figures, DVD, Gaming, Music, Dolls, Paper Collectibles, Books and Magazines, Die Cast Cars and Trucks, Hot Wheels, Trains, Care bears, Small Antiques, Monster Magazines and Movies, Sci-Fi and Horror Related Stuff and much much more.This is a full collectibles show, always changing merchandise, with steady and new dealers. Check our web page at www.waynenjtoyandcollectiblesshow.com and our new show www.toyconnj.com See us on Flickr, Youtube and Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Wayne-NJ-Toy-and-Collectible-Show/108434625896135 – Hours: 8am to 2pm. Admission: $3; Children under 12 free. For more information contact Phil De Mario, PO Box 4094, Wayne NJ 07474-4094, (973) 726-9897, or email us at waynenjtoyshow@aol.com. This is our 24th year running this monthly show. Dealers come from many states and bring a huge variety of all types of collectibles. Low table prices afford great flexibility for the dealers to pass on great deals to the customers. There is a Snack bar and free parking. We never have less than 80 tables of fantastic buys. Come shop where the dealers get there rare finds. And where the “Toy Hunter” TV series sells their “on the road” finds.
Venue Name	Company #1 Firehouse
Venue Address	97 Parish Drive Wayne, NJ 07470 United States
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables	85
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables	350
What category best describes your convention?	Collectibles
What other categories might be appropriate for your convention?	- Anime – Comic Books – Gaming – Horror – Science Fiction and Fantasy – Sports

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